Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 31

Nathan stumbled out, breathless. "What's going on?"

Nellie's eyes were red, tears threatening to spill over as her shoulders shook with anger. "I can't believe you faked being sick just to skip school. Don't you know that nothing beats the value of education? If you don't want to be pushed around in the future, you need to hit the books hard!" Nathan immediately backed down, his usually confident eyes now downcast. "I'm sorry."

Nellie's voice was filled with sorrow as she said, "Nathan, I'm here to shield you from life's storms. But remember, the world is vast, and not every storm can be avoided by leaning on someone else. Think about what you've done."

She grabbed her backpack, huffing as she slammed the door on her way out.

Nathan pouted, muttering to himself, "What a temper, huh?"

When the door creaked open again, Nathan couldn't help but grin. 'I knew she had a soft spot for me.'

Then, a pair of shiny black leather shoes stepped into the room, causing Nathan's heart to sink. Suddenly, he leaped off the bed, sprinting to the window. Pulling back the sheer curtain, he watched as Nellie's delicate figure slowly faded into the distance.

turned around. Nathan waved gently, pushing

to him, "Nathan, I'll make your favorite

was still growing, so she tirelessly cooked up delicious meals for him, which had

and gentle look and

a stern middle-aged man strode in. Standing behind

quickly drew the curtains,

didn't need to open it to know what

Are you

man raised an eyebrow. "You're pretty sharp. You've messed with someone you shouldn't

the envelope back at him. Its seemingly light weight landed with surprising force,

She's really pulling out all the stops and sending you all this way with cash. But what if I say I don't care about her

you can name your price," the man stated, confident Nathan would take the bait. After all, who